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Master the two handed reset!

ByChief September 24, 2026October 4, 2026

Summary Richard Pickleball on mastering the two-handed reset: the second hand stabilizes the face under…

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Handle drives with ease!

ByChief September 24, 2026October 4, 2026

Summary Richard Pickleball on handling drives: early paddle, absorb, and redirect. Meeting heat with heat…

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The SECRET to SOFT HANDS

ByChief September 24, 2026October 5, 2026

Summary Universal Rackets’ soft-hands cue: when pace comes at you, soften the grip and let…

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Doubles players crouched in a ready position at the net as the ball comes over, seen from behind an opponent

Stop bending your waist!

ByChief September 16, 2026October 5, 2026

On resets, bending at the waist opens the paddle face. Get into the legs instead…

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Two doubles partners waiting at the kitchen line, seen low through the net

Try This Pickleball Drill to Improve Your Soft Shots

ByChief September 14, 2026October 5, 2026

Pickleball Daily’s soft-shot drill works at any level: send your partner a soft attackable ball,…

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